COCOA MINT TRUFFLES

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Wow! These easy chocolate truffles will be a hit at holiday parties. Moist with a rich minty flavor inside, the candies have a powdered cocoa outer layer. These are decadent, but oh-so-simple to do.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 16 truffles.

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup semisweet chocolate chips
6 mint Andes candies
3/4 cup whipped topping
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
1/8 teaspoon instant coffee granules

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt chocolate chips and candies over low heat. Transfer to a small bowl and cool to lukewarm, about 7 minutes. Beat in whipped topping. Place in the freezer for 15 minutes or until firm enough to form into balls. , In a small bowl, combine cocoa and coffee granules. Shape chocolate mixture into 1-in. balls; roll in cocoa mixture. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Prabin Sth
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I'm allergic to mint, so I'll have to find a substitute.


Harold Holladay
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I'm not sure about the mint and cocoa combination, but I'm willing to give it a try.


Rakib Xymed
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These truffles look amazing! I'm going to have to make them for my next party.


Meshaki Sanga
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I've never made truffles before, but this recipe seems easy enough to follow. I'm definitely going to try it.


Ripper Roberts
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Abdullah Gondal
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Overall, these truffles are a great recipe. They're easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.


Join Army, Airforce and Navy
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I had some trouble getting the truffles to set properly. I think I might have used too much butter.


Larry Olami
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These truffles are a little too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


IHsAn GuLZaR
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I made these truffles for my Valentine and he loved them! They're the perfect way to show someone you care.


Chaminda silva
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These truffles are so rich and decadent, they're perfect for a special occasion.


Imran mughal
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I used dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate and they turned out great! The dark chocolate gives them a richer flavor.


Mr kashi Official
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These truffles are so easy to make, even a beginner can do it. I love that I can make them ahead of time and they still taste great.


Patricia Chaidez
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I'm not a huge fan of mint, but these truffles were surprisingly delicious. The cocoa and mint flavors balance each other out perfectly.


Daniel Iheanacho
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I made these truffles for my coworkers and they loved them! They said they were the best truffles they've ever had.


Ranjit Mahato
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These truffles were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they look so festive.